Understanding Sentence Structure and Functions

The video provides five key tips to improve writing skills, focusing on using compound sentences, relative clauses, inversion, cleft sentences, and passive voice to create more complex and formal compositions. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of cohesive devices for better flow. These techniques are particularly useful for students preparing for English exams like Cambridge or IELTS, but they are beneficial for anyone looking to enhance their writing abilities.

What is the main focus of Ben's video?

• Practicing listening skills

• Improving speaking skills

• Enhancing writing skills

• Learning new vocabulary

Why does Ben believe writing is a 'lost art'?

• People prefer reading

• People chat and text more

• Exams do not require writing

• Writing is not taught in schools

What is a compound sentence?

• A sentence with two or more subjects

• A sentence with one subject

• A sentence with only adjectives

• A sentence with no verbs

Which word is NOT a linking word for compound sentences?

• Yet

• Because

• But

• And

What is the purpose of using relative clauses?

• To shorten sentences

• To simplify grammar

• To remove verbs

• To add complexity

Which word is used in a defining relative clause?

• Which

• That

• Where

• When

What is inversion primarily used for?

• Spoken English

• Informal writing

• Formal writing

• Casual conversations

In inversion, what changes places?

• Verb and subject

• Adverb and verb

• Subject and object

• Noun and adjective

What is the main function of cleft sentences?

• To add humor

• To emphasize information

• To remove clauses

• To simplify sentences

Which sentence is an example of a cleft sentence?

• Education needs more investment.

• It is education that needs more investment.

• More investment is needed.

• Investment is crucial.